Scope and Contents
This collection comprises illustrations salvaged from damaged bound volumes. Thus, many plates are lacking for each publication.
Dates
- 1793-20th century
Language of Materials
In English, French, and German.
Conditions Governing Access
The materials are open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright has not been transferred to Yale University.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The Collection of Book Illustrations was housed in the former Arts of the Book Collection until its transfer to the Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library in 2008.
Arrangement
Organized into three series: I. English. II. French. III. German.
The materials are arranged by language (of publication or publisher). If known, the publication is identified. Otherwise, a description of the subject matter identifies the materials.
The materials are arranged by language (of publication or publisher). If known, the publication is identified. Otherwise, a description of the subject matter identifies the materials.
Extent
1.67 Linear Feet (4 boxes)
Catalog Record
A record for this collection is available in Orbis, the Yale University Library catalog
Persistent URL
Overview
This collection comprises illustrations salvaged from damaged bound volumes.
- Title
- Guide to the Collection of Book Illustrations
- Author
- Compiled by Jae Rossman
- Date
- 2008
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description note
- Finding aid written in English.
Part of the Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Arts Library Special Collections
180 York Street
New Haven CT 06511
203-432-1712
haasalsc@yale.edu
Arts Library Special Collections
180 York Street
New Haven CT 06511
203-432-1712
haasalsc@yale.edu